Our mission is to foster a vibrant, collaborative community for higher ed podcasters, where we can share expertise, build connections, and get better at podcasting.
Cuyahoga Community College
Corporate College East
4400 Richmond Rd
Warrensville Heights, OH 44128
Recognize excellence in higher education podcasting. Submissions close April 17, 2026.
HigherEd PodCon proudly presents its inaugural Awards program, celebrating excellence in higher education podcasting. These awards recognize outstanding creators, episodes, series, students, and institutions advancing storytelling, learning, and engagement across academia.
We invite nominations from faculty, staff, students, higher education professionals, and institutional teams who are using podcasts to educate, inspire, and strengthen campus and community connections.
⭐️ Outstanding Student-Led Podcast
⭐️ Episode of the Year
⭐️ Outstanding Podcast Series
⭐️ Podcaster of the Year
⭐️ Outstanding Institutional Podcast Network
Eligible content must have been published between January 1 and December 31, 2025. Finalists will be announced May 15, 2026, with winners revealed live at HigherEd PodCon on July 17, 2026.
Submit your nomination
Higher Ed PodCon II invites proposals from faculty, staff, students, higher education professionals, and others working in the higher education podcasting community who use podcasts to teach, tell stories, and strengthen institutional connections.
Whether you’re an experienced producer or just getting started, we welcome sessions that share practical insights, creative approaches, and new technologies shaping podcasting’s role across higher education.
We've organized favorable rates at a number of hotels close to the venue.
PODCON 1
Our first-ever Higher Ed PodCon was a rousing success!
It featured one Keynote, three tracks and sessions from a diverse array of top universities and colleges.
We have a number of exciting opportunities for your organization to build your brand and develop real relationships. Contact Joe Sallustio to discuss.
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